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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Somerville car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Somerville with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Somerville?

You should book your car hire in Somerville around 53 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular car to hire in Somerville?

Hires in the SUV category (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are the most popular option in Somerville, costing R1 144/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as R563/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Somerville?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Somerville is January at an average cost of R526/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Somerville when prices are R1 339/day on average, which tends to be 50% above the yearly average hire price for Somerville.

Which car hire company in Somerville has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car and U-Save each operate 2 locations in Somerville, more than any other car hire company.

Somerville car hire price comparison by vehicle type

Find the right car hire in Somerville by comparing prices across vehicle types.

Small cars

R430 - R1 203

All Car Types

R777 - R1 600

How much does it cost to hire a small car in Somerville?

How much does it cost to hire a medium car in Somerville?

How much does it cost to hire a large car in Somerville?

How much does it cost to hire an SUV in Somerville?

How much does it cost to hire a van in Somerville?

How much does it cost to hire a pickup truck in Somerville?

How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in Somerville?

Small car hire in Somerville typically costs around R809 per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average R430 per day, which is about 47% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 28% cheaper than the average car hire in Somerville, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.

Medium car hire in Somerville typically costs around R913 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average R509 per day, which is about 45% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 18% cheaper than the average car hire in Somerville, offering a good balance of space and value.

Large car hire in Somerville typically cost around R1 019 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average R494 per day, which is about 52% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 9% cheaper than the average car hire in Somerville, offering more comfort for longer trips at a reasonable price.

SUV hire in Somerville typically costs around R1 145 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average R673 per day, which is about 42% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 3% more expensive than the average car hire in Somerville but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.

Van hire in Somerville typically costs around R1 770 per day. The best time to book is May, when prices average R1 235 per day, which is about 31% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 38% more expensive than the average car hire in Somerville but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.

Pickup truck hire in Somerville typically costs around R1 263 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average R669 per day, which is about 48% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are typically 12% more expensive than the average car hire in Somerville but are ideal for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.

Luxury car hire in Somerville typically costs around R1 131 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average R605 per day, which is about 47% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 2% more expensive than the average car hire in Somerville but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.

Good to know

Most popular car type

Medium

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Somerville

  • Very few things give the same thrill as going on vacation or even a business trip to a new city. If you want to make the most out of your Somerville trip, renting a car from car rentals in Somerville will be an ideal option. You'll have the flexibility to skip on public transportation, which in turn will result in utter freedom to explore any part of the city on your own schedule. You can personalize your trip as you deem fit and enjoy comfort, safety, and privacy, especially if you have young kids. You'll be free of restrictions, and you can pack as much cargo as you like since you have your own trunk, depending on the activities you intend to engage in. Imagine having the flexibility to venture out of the city to check out Old Sturbridge Village, about 58 miles away, or as far as Martha's Vineyard, about 94 miles away from the city, at your convenience.
  • The Rental Car Center at the Boston Logan International Airport is a few minutes away from the terminal. You'll find a shuttle bus at the lower level of the terminal that will take you directly to the center. You'll find Somerville car rentals along with the four-level garage, some of them including Enterprise, Thrifty, and Hertz.
  • Jaywalking has been an ongoing issue in Somerville for a couple of years now, to the extent of the police fining pedestrians for it. Route 28 and East Main Street are especially a problem for this. In downtown Somerville, be wary of other drivers who may not necessarily be concerned about running red lights. Avoid turning at a red light, going over sidewalks, and turning on a double yellow line.
  • Interstate 93 southbound in the morning commute at around 7am can be quite congested. It goes on until 9am, after which it dies down to manageable traffic. Evening traffic starts backing up at about 3pm, and you can expect a gridlock by 5pm, only to move a lot faster around 7pm. Highway 28 can be just as bad, so try to avoid these rush hours or give yourself extra time if you must commute. Downtown Somerville can also be congested during these times, so try to move earlier or later than everyone else to enjoy the road.
  • Medium hire cars in Somerville are around 60% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Somerville

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Somerville?

    If you're wondering what kind of car to get from car rentals in Somerville, then any car from an economy to a full-size car will do just fine. If you consider how many people you need to take with you, how much cargo you're carrying, and how far you're willing to venture out of the city, choosing a car will become easy. If you're looking to go out of town to venture into rural roads, you may want to get an SUV instead.

  • What’s the speed limit in Somerville?

    The city of Somerville has a blanket speed limit of 25mph unless otherwise posted. You'll find some safety zone areas as well with signs of a 20mph limit. Safety zones include school zones and playgrounds.

  • Where are the best places to park in Somerville?

    Parking meters in Somerville are active Mondays through Saturday from 8am to 8pm and charge approximately $1.25 per hour. Parking on Sundays and holidays is free. Curbside parking spots have yellow bands on the meter post and allow parking for a maximum of 2h. Off-street parking lots allow parking for about 3h and have an orange band of the meter post.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Logan Intl airport (BOS)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Logan Intl airport include Budget, National and Sixt.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Logan Intl airport (BOS)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Logan Intl airport to off-airport locations include Budget and National.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Somerville?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Medium car hire cost in Somerville?

    A Medium car hire in Somerville costs R609 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Large car hire cost in Somerville?

    A Large car hire in Somerville costs R1 346 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Small car hire cost in Somerville?

    A Small car hire in Somerville costs R1 375 per day, on average.

Somerville car rental reviews and directory

 

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Somerville

Locations in Somerville

1815 Massachusetts Avenue

+1 617 299 2075

Opening times not available

37 Mystic Ave

+1 617 625 1766

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Easy to pick up and return the car. No bait and switch pricing.

10,0 Wonderful

Megan, Feb 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Riley was friendly, helpful, and quick. Thank you

1 out of 1

Hertz

5,0

Fair

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.0

Value for money

5.0

3 locations in Somerville

Locations in Somerville

242 Mystic Avenue

+1 781 306 0610

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

30 Washington St

+1 857 998 3314

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

646 Somerville Avenue

+1 617 625 7958

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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2,0 Poor

Reid, Feb 2025

Passenger van

KAYAK
Location drastically understaffed. One poor manager running the location alone, doing her best with a small stable of cars clearly behind on preventative maintenance. Waited two hours to get a vehicle (not in the class I reserved but a substitute), and with a broken window taped closed; otherwise I was told there would be no vehicles available. After returning the vehicle hours early I was charged an unknown $75 fee and received no receipt or accounting for this fee.

1 out of 1

Thrifty

5,6

Fair

One location in Somerville

Locations in Somerville

646 Somerville Avenue

+1 617 625 7958

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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Dollar

5,1

Fair

2 locations in Somerville

Locations in Somerville

242 Mystic Avenue

+1 781 306 0610

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

646 Somerville Avenue

+1 617 625 7958

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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No reviews available

U-Save

No score available yet

One location in Somerville

Locations in Somerville

70 Prospect Street

+1 617 628 8800

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

UFODRIVE

No score available yet

One location in Somerville

Locations in Somerville

One Bennett Street

+1 646 432 6829

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

6 travellers who hired a car in Somerville gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5,4

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Somerville car hire information

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